When you start on a course of medication, it’s normal to want to be informed about any potential side effects. Can it trigger digestive issues? Will it cause dry mouth? Make you drowsy? You may not even be aware of some of the more impactful side effects, including hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the medical term […]
Is age a factor in the progression of hearing loss? Hearing loss is a common slowly developing condition that affects all adults. In fact, over 50% of individuals 75 and older have trouble hearing. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the slow process of hearing loss as we age. There’s no one […]
It’s no fun when you can’t sleep at night. And when it happens on a regular basis, it’s especially vexing. You toss and turn and maybe stare at the clock (or your phone) and stress about just how fatigued you’ll be the next day. When these types of sleepless nights routinely happen, medical professionals tend […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and extended exposure to loud sound are all familiar factors that can contribute to hearing loss. However, you may find it interesting to discover the connection between diabetes and hearing loss. Let us elaborate. How is your risk of developing hearing loss increased by diabetes? As per the CDC, 9% or 37 […]
DIY is all the rage nowadays and everybody appreciates a quick easy fix. Sink Leaking? Just search YouTube for the right plumbing tutorial, buy the recommended tools, and get to work! A plumber would probably be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that sense of self-satisfaction that comes with doing it on […]
Hearing loss is a common challenge for older people, but does it warrant giving up driving? The response isn’t straightforward, as driving habits differ among individuals. Even if some adjustments have to be made to the radio volume, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a competent driver has to stop driving. For people who commute frequently the […]
It’s an awesome and incredible experience, having a baby. But in terms of how it can make you feel, it can be rather unpleasant, at least in some cases. There are all sorts of strange side effects, including morning sickness, health challenges, and changes to your body. None of this takes away from the delight […]
You asked for help with one simple task: take out the trash. But, regrettably, it never was accomplished. When you ask why it didn’t get done, your partner responds “I never heard you ask me”. Crazy how that works, how your partner didn’t hear the one thing you requested from them. This “selective hearing” is […]
Aging is one of the most prevalent indicators of hearing loss, and let’s face it, try as we may, we can’t avoid aging. You can take some steps to look younger but you’re still aging. But did you realize that hearing loss has also been linked to health issues associated with aging that are treatable, […]
Have you ever forgotten your Earbuds in your pocket and they ended up going through the wash or maybe lost them altogether? Suddenly, your morning jog is a million times more boring. Your commute or train ride is dreary and dull. And the audio quality of your virtual meetings suffers considerably. Often, you don’t recognize […]
